Mercer's game last Saturday was a tough loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Reynolds Raiders a 9-0 shutout. That looming 9-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Mercer yet this season.
Jayden Amos made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Amos has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive pitching appearances. Amos was also stellar in the batter's box, firing off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Cole Fisher, who scored three runs and stole four bases while going 3-for-4. Gabe Martin was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Mercer's win bumped their record up to 3-6. As for Reynolds, they are on a six-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-8.
Mercer will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against West Middlesex at 4:15 p.m. West Middlesex is coming into the matchup with four straight defeats on the road, meaning Mercer will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. As for Reynolds, they will face off against Jamestown at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Reynolds is facing Jamestown at the right time seeing as Jamestown is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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